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Peace

Russian military blunderings and the global democratic deficit

Putin is a vocal proponent of ongoing hybrid militarized ‘foreign policy’ aggressions that aim to reclaim Russia’s sphere of influence in former Soviet Republics,...

Inter Press Service - 28 February 2022

Civil society

People’s tribunal castigates Delhi Police for riots

“Once the violence broke out, the Delhi Police along with acts of omission and commission, allowed the riots to continue for a longer period,”...

OWSA Staff - 28 February 2022

Human rights

UN General Assembly session today on Russia’s ‘war of choice’ on Ukraine.

The UN Security Council has called for a rare emergency special session of the UN General Assembly on Russia’s military operation in Ukraine to...

OWSA Staff - 28 February 2022

Civil society

Sri Lanka: UN rights chief welcomes reform but concerns remain

Sri Lanka has taken steps towards legal, institutional and security sector reforms, but more action is still needed, according to a report issued on...

OWSA Contributor - 27 February 2022

News

Ukraine crisis: terrified families seek shelter underground in capital

Two days since Russia launched military operations inside Ukraine, the UN rights office confirmed that confirmed that many civilians have already been killed and...

OWSA Contributor - 25 February 2022

Civil society

Decapitating terrorist organisations won’t end terror

Killing terrorist organisations’ leaders is no effective way of fighting terrorism — terrorism feeds on political and economic crises. By Mohammad Abu Rumman At the start of...

Inter Press Service - 25 February 2022

Civil society

Women’s voices raised against hate in India

The Fearless Collective is a movement that helps citizens move from fear to love through the creation of participatory art in public space. By Mehru Jaffer /...

Inter Press Service - 25 February 2022

Civil society